State School
#5 in Best Secondary Schools in Bassetlaw
Tuxford Academy - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
Tuxford Academy
Work here? Update your school profile
Tuxford Academy
- Secondary
- Tuxford NG22 0JH
1 schools in compare list
Ofsted report
Notify us of new Ofsted report
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Outstanding |
Quick insights from ofsted Powered by AI
This insight was generated by AI, based on latest Ofsted report.
Academic Progress: Pupils achieve well, especially in subjects where curriculum plans are well-sequenced.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well and are respectful, though some off-task behaviour goes unchallenged.
Qualifications and Training: Most teachers have secure subject knowledge.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers receive regular updates and support to adapt their teaching.
Strengths and Challenges: Some teachers need to improve questioning techniques to address misconceptions.
Communication: The school communicates effectively through various platforms, including Ofsted Parent View.
Parent Satisfaction: Feedback from parents is considered in deciding inspections.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can use Ofsted Parent View to share opinions.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders act quickly on any concerns and work well with other agencies.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders are reviewing curriculum plans and improving consistent behaviour policy use.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying occurs sometimes, but staff address incidents well.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Staff are well-trained, and there is a strong culture of safeguarding.
Extracurricular Offerings: There are numerous extracurricular activities like drama, football, and chess.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Pupils have varied opportunities to balance academics and extracurriculars.
Career Counselling Services: The provision for careers is strong, preparing pupils well for the next stage.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Pupils with SEND get extra support and access the same curriculum as others.
Subjects Offered: A broad curriculum that promotes studying modern foreign languages at Key Stage 4.
Historical Ofsted reports
Contact
Suggest an edit
About Us
Tuxford Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Nottinghamshire, East Midlands.
It has 1483 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
At this school, 41% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
100.00% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
Distance calculator
Simply click on 'Detect My Location' to find out the distance from your current location to the school.
Tuxford Academy
Nearby Schools in Your Area
From the Tuxford Academy
I'm really proud to present you to our academy, which is among the best in the nation and has consistently received an exceptional rating from Ofsted since 2009. Places at our academy are highly sought after around the county due to the combination of our excellent academic standards, solid morals, and extracurricular possibilities. Parents, teachers, parents, and governors have all made a contribution to this accomplishment. Expectations are high, the academy's sense of community is outstanding, and exam results continue to perform above average. excellent management and leadership in all facets of the academy's operations. Visitors to the academy frequently remark on the uplifting environment, the courteous, well-dressed students, and the strong feeling of mission that permeates our institution. Only by collaborating with parents can this be accomplished, thus we want to make these connections even stronger. I hope you will get the chance to visit our academy as we host an annual open evening in September and schedule term-time visits all year long.
Read more
Gallery
Compare with similar schools
| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
B-
|
B-
|
B-
|
| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 17.1 | - | 16.8 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 41% | 98% | 27% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 12.20% | 35.00% | 7.70% |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Secondary Exam Result
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.10 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 46.0 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 41% | 30.47% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 67% | 45.87% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 20% | 26.71% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 10% | 10.76% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 15% | 15.53% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.93 | 2.88 | 2.83 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 96% | 90.88% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 247 | 156 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 82.72% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 36% | 34.62% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 49% | 31.82% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 4.3% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 11.82% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 4.24% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 3.92% | 3.59% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.11 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 49.6 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 44% | 34.29% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 71% | 48.84% | 45.33% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 36% | 23.77% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 19% | 12.61% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 27% | 17.05% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.37 | 3.01 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 98% | 94.64% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 247 | 155 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 88.9% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 41% | 36.64% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 49% | 33.76% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 4.28% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 14.16% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 2.96% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 2.8% | 2.13% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.2 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 51.1 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 49% 5 | 32.2% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 75% 7 | 49.35% | 43.41% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 13% | 27.02% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 8% 13 | 11.44% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 10% 17 | 16.41% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.22 | 3.09 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 97% | 92.65% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 243 | 138 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 84.39% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 24% | 36.98% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 65% | 31.65% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 3.02% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 12.74% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 4.43% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 3.91% | 2.75% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.12 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 47.9 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 44% 11 | 32.27% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 68% 5 | 48.29% | 42.62% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 38% | 26% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 21% 2 | 10.88% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 27% 3 | 16.65% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.26 | 3 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 96% | 90% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 244 | 150 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 79.09% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 35% | 32.56% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 50% | 34.42% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 1.23% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 10.3% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 5.07% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 3.02% | 2.05% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.45 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 53.3 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 55% | 31.78% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 73% | 46.96% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 29% | 27.2% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 23% | 15.12% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 24% | 16.8% | 16.26% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 97% | 84.44% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 258 | 154 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 93% | 72.14% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 42% | 36.23% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 50% | 33.65% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 1.53% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 6.21% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 7.51% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 3.77% | 2.45% |
A level exam result
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 33.1 | 30.6 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 36.12 | 30.66 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 12.20% | 10% | 13.67% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 128 | 100 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 64% | 60.33% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 5.79% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 20% | 20.69% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 7.72% | 9.05% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 38.41 | 35.09 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 40.13 | 35.36 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 25.5% | 15.36% | 17.7% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 151 | 117 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 65% | 63.18% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 5.56% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 16% | 17.87% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 8.62% | 10.69% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 32.23 2 | 28.23 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.78 3 | 29.77 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 11.1% | 9.39% | 13.07% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 152 | 112 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 49% | 55.89% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 10% | 10.62% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 29% | 21.54% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 8% | 8.8% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 30.48 2 | 28.32 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 31.01 3 | 28.33 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 8.9% | 10.47% | 13.37% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 0 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 19 | 13.43% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 6.11% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 20% | 12.54% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 2.97% | 4.22% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 32.14 | 25.05 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.97 | 27.1 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 11.5% | 8.7% | 12.64% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 30 | 18.66% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 13% | 8.06% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 22% | 20.86% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 2.63% | 4.23% |
Best Schools 2025
Tuxford Academy Rankings
夜来香研究所 ranks nearly 20,000+ schools according to their exam results, teaching quality, resources & many more indicators. (How Do We Calculate Rankings?)
How Do We Calculate Rankings?
Our school rankings are meticulously determined through a rigorous process:
This meticulous process ensures our rankings provide accurate and meaningful insights for your school choices.
Admission
Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 30th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 29th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
17 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Tuxford Academy
Local authority ratio 20 : 1
